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6 courses with the subject MUS, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

MUS 122Applied Music1

Twelve 50-minute voice lessons (for all but Musical Theatre majors; these students must enroll in MUS 124) or instrumental lessons. Open to all students. Instructors G are selected by the Applied Music coordinator. Fee: $675. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: permission of the Applied Music coordinator. Note: If a student drops the course during the first two weeks of lessons, the student is financially responsible for those two lessons. If a student drops the course after the first two weeks of lessons, the student is financially responsible for the entire semester of lessons. Please note that a class has not been officially dropped until the Office of the Registrar has received all completed paperwork. Offered every semester as needed.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2025-2026
Source
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MUS 124Applied Voice1

Twelve 50-minute vocal lessons for Musical Theatre majors given by instructors as selected by the Applied Music coordinator. Fee: $675. Prerequisite: acceptance into the Musical Theatre program. May be repeated for credit. Note: If a student drops the course during the first two weeks of lessons, the student is financially responsible for those two lessons. If a student drops the course after the first two weeks of lessons, the student is financially responsible for the entire semester of lessons. Please note that a class has not been officially dropped until the Office of the Registrar has received all completed paperwork. Offered every semester.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2025-2026
Source
dean-www.s3.amazonaws.com
MUS 150* The Roots of Popular Music3

This course is an in-depth study of the origins of popular music in the 20th century and the social and historical context that gave birth to it and related genres and musical offshoots. From blues and country to punk and heavy metal, students will familiarize themselves with landmark groups, music, and movements of different periods, exploring connections between modern music and the artists from the past who paved the way for the popular music of today. Prerequisite: ENG 111. Offered on an as-needed basis. This course fulfills the Core Distribution Arts requirement. 216 Course Descriptions

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
dean-www.s3.amazonaws.com
MUS 171Vocal Ensemble1

The Vocal Ensemble is open to all Dean College students. Engaging students in a well-rounded choral experience that includes performance opportunities as well as service, the ensemble performs an eclectic mix of choral literature and focuses on the development of individual musicianship, vocal technique, music literacy, leadership, and collaborative performance skills. May be repeated for credit. Offered every semester.

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
1
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2025-2026
Source
dean-www.s3.amazonaws.com
MUS 181Offered on an as-needed basis
Subject
MUS
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
dean-www.s3.amazonaws.com
MUS 225Fundamentals of Music II3

Fundamentals of Music II builds on the lessons of Fundamentals of Music while exploring more advanced harmonies, rhythms, and methods of analysis. Students will learn the skills necessary to study, prepare, perform, and even compose songs in a wide variety of genres, and will have opportunities to put those skills into practice. Coursework will include a variety of projects that focus on the real-life applications of music theory, while equipping students with tools to enhance their career potential as self-sufficient musicians. Prerequisite:

Subject
MUS
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2025-2026
Source
dean-www.s3.amazonaws.com

Source: Dean College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61